Shepparton RSL News

We are excited to announce that all areas of the venue have re-opened for members and guests.
For further information. . . . .

We may not have been able to commemorate ANZAC Day in the usual manner but this year we found different ways of coming together in spirit to pay our respects.

Check out our range of merchandise!!
Caps, beanies, mugs, stubby holders, stickers and limited edition woollen scarves – there’s lots to choose from and its all available from reception!

The Shepparton News’ John Lewis caught up with our very own Geoff Wilson, the ex-footballer turned collector, volunteer and grandfather of 15 to see how the well-known Sheppartonian now fills his time.

The Shepparton RSL Sub-Branch, together with the Shepparton Club, have donated $20,000 to our local CFA.
These funds will go towards much needed local equipment upgrades.

On the 31st of December 2019, it was 100 years since the Shepparton RSL Sub-Branch was officially formed. To celebrate, the Shepparton News published a 20 page feature.

Raising much needed funds for our ANZAC and Remembrance Day Appeals wouldn’t happen without the incredible support of our volunteers. Let us introduce some of our valued team.

Twice a year we publish a Newsletter featuring not only reports from our committee and management, but also special member profiles and valuable information about upcoming events.

Let us introduce little Matilda POPPY, named in recognition of her father who served in East Timor.
She is pictured in front of our specially created wall of remembrance,

As part of their Personal Development and Work Related Skills Classes, two Year 12 VCAL students from Shepparton High School have donated a handmade seat in commemoration of the ANZACs.

The best history lesson we can give our kids is to not just read books but to speak with our war veterans, ask questions, be shown our memorabilia and get to touch and feel it.

A day of experiencing our local Silo Art was enjoyed by 34 of our Service & Affiliate members with more trips planned for 2020. Check out a few snapshots from this special day out.

We are now hardnessing the sun with a newly installed solar panel system.
Installed by local business Watters Electrical, these panels form part of the club’s master plan for renovations.

The Shepparton News spoke with local Vietnam Veterans after they attended a special screening of Danger Close – The Battle of Long Tan. The film brought back many old memories for our veterans.

The Shepparton News published a special 16 page wrap-around filled with stories of local WW1 descendants. They certainly had some stories to tell and some photos and memorabilia to share,.